[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S1365]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO ANISTON KENNEDY

 Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I rise today to commend the 
selfless work of Aniston Kennedy of Excelsior Springs, MO. Over the 
last few years, Ms. Kennedy has shown herself to be one of the Show-Me 
State's animal rescue champions. Since 2023, her volunteer efforts have 
helped spay and neuter over 40 animals and helped at least 35 find 
their forever homes. Her passion for helping animals goes beyond common 
pets, as she has helped rehome and rehabilitate creatures as diverse as 
bearded dragons and even roosters.
  Her impact goes beyond the animals she directly cares for. Her work 
to humanely manage stray animal colonies has already inspired 
additional community efforts across Excelsior Springs and has the 
potential to be modeled across the State as a humane way to effectively 
manage the State's animal populations. I wish Ms. Kennedy the best as 
she pursues her career in animal welfare. Her commitment to caring for 
our furry and feathered friends is nothing short of remarkable, and she 
has more than proven herself to be a Champion of Missouri.

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